Global Business Travel Association - GBTA

2024 Business Travel Forecast
2024-02-13 11:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
2024 Business Travel Forecast-Andrew Menkes, Partnership Consulting
Mostly cloudy with a chance of mergers/acquisitions and disintermediation. Industry Veteran Andy Menkes will share his insights on how our recent history will drive future events. Many of those events are in play now in 2024 and will be more apparent over the next few months. Attendees will learn how to anticipate those changes and prepare solutions to maintain and improve their managed travel programs.

GBTA | North Carolina Chapter Business Outlook Networking Dinner
2024-02-15
GBTA | North Carolina is excited to host our 1st event of the year on Thursday, Feb 15th, 2024 from 5pm-9pm est at Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel, North Carolina that includes networking, dinner & travel education.
The agenda includes two powerful keynote speakers from two dynamic Consulting Arms – Sara Jacobson | Director Global Business Consulting | American Express Global Business Travel Consulting covering Travel Industry Forecast & 2024 Trends
Will Tate C.P.A. | Partner | GoldSpring Consulting covering “Smileage” – The Economics of how to Manage the Traveler Experience
In-Person event at Sheraton Chapel Hill Hotel, One Europa Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27517
$75 for Chapter Members & GBTA All Access members
$100 for Non-Members & Guests
Contact admin@ncbta.org for any queries

GBTA Philadelphia: The Crystal Ball: See what the Future Holds for Strategic Travel and Meetings Management - GTP Credit Approved
2024-02-15 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA | Philadelphia
Join us for breakfast at our first chapter meeting for 2024!
Topic: The Crystal Ball: See what the Future Holds for Strategic Travel and Meetings Management
If you could see into the future, how would you start to make strategic decisions today? FESTIVE ROAD got out their crystal ball to share the big drivers of change for the next decade in their Macroscope 2.0 Report. Hear what leading travel and meetings managers think about these trends and how to build a program for success. Our discussion will cover the following three objectives:

1. Envision the impact of the change drivers
2. Consider the big picture and how it affects companies and your program
3. Develop strategies for success in the decade ahead
SPEAKER
Barbara Arena
Outsourced Category Manager
Festive Road
Barbara’s Bio:
Barbara has over 25 years of experience in the travel industry in agency and corporate sourcing. Her experience includes Travel Agency Operations and Account Management with Thomas Cook Travel and Rosenbluth International. During her 16 ½ years at Oracle, Barbara managed several different commodities including the Global Hotel, Car, Airlines, and Temporary Housing programs. In July, 2022, Barbara joined Festive Road as an outsourced buyer and managed the America’s Travel Agency Operations and $270 Million Global Airline program for a large pharmaceutical. Barbara is an active member with the GBTA Silicon Valley Chapter, and has held positions of VP, President, Professional Development, Govt Relations and Community Engagement.
Location: Sonesta Philadelphia, 1800 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pa 19103
Time: 9:00am-11:00am
TICKETS:
Member: Free
Guest: $75.00
GBTA All-Access Member: Free, but must be a GBTA All-Access Member and note which Chapter you belong to

The Art of Negotiation in a Digital-Dominated World - GTP Credit Approved
2024-02-15 16:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Chapter: GBTA | Los Angeles Chapter

Description: Scott Wayne, a former British diplomat and professional negotiator shares the latest thinking and techniques in negotiation in a world dominated by digital tools, false data, and AI-generated “realities”.

How are the foundations of trust going to change?
How do we navigate conflict and build deep partnerships?
And how do we connect when we can’t always be in-person.
From tradecraft to stagecraft, Scott will share the same techniques he and his firm teach to executives of media companies to high-ranking officers in the military and intelligence communities.
Speaker: Scott Wayne – Director, Envoy
Date: 2/15/2024
Adress: Beverly Hills Marriott *In-Person*
1150 South Beverly Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90035
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm TM60 for Directs only
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Registration & Networking
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Dinner & Program
Parking – self-parking rate is $20 plus tax

GBTA Tampa 2024 Kickoff at Top Golf - St. Pete
2024-02-15 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Chapter Name: Tampa Bay
Description: Get your golf swing ready and jump start 2024 with us on Thursday, February 15th at one of ST. PETE’s newest venues – Top Golf.
This is an event you don’t want to miss!
What’s included?
Golf
Light bites
Two drink tickets
Bring a buyer to get complimentary registration for two! Email us with the name of your plus one at contact@gbta-tampabay.org to secure your spots. *Buyers must not be a current member*
Wait…THERE’S MORE!
We’re raffling off two…TWO roundtrip tickets on Delta Airlines!
Register ASAP before space fills.
Event Speaker: No Speaker; Mindy Owen; Chapter President to Welcome
Location of Event: Top Golf – ST. PETE
220 Carillon Pkwy N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33716
Price:$45.00 Member Ticket
$55.00 Non-Member

Corporate Wellness and wholeness increasing employee engagement and health outcomes for this upcoming year
2024-02-21 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
GBTA Puget Sound Chapter
Nicole Mixdorf is a #1 International Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, and the Founder & Chief Wellness Officer of Balance by Nature. She has been recognized as Most Influential Women in Corporate Wellness Services USA 2020-2023, Top 100 Healthcare Leader in the World 2021, Thought Leader of Our Generation 2023, Top 50 Women Business Leader of Los Angeles 2023, and Top 10 Successful Business Leader Revamping the Future 2021.
Nicole is a prolific speaker, masterclass teacher, and healer, delivering inspirational personal development and wellness talks to audiences of thousands. Her passion, wisdom, and enthusiasm draws her audiences in to uncover deep truths about themselves so they can live their best lives. Her unique brilliance lies in her ability to instantly put people at ease and uplift the energy of everyone around her. She is passionate about teaching executives and busy professionals how to create sustainable balance to thrive in all of their 10 Pillars of Wholeness.
Balance by Nature was awarded as Best in Corporate Wellness Services USA 2023, among other prestigious awards and recognitions. Balance by Nature creates award-winning corporate cultures of wholeness that increase employee engagement, reduce attrition, and improve mental & physical health outcomes.
Ranging from mid-sized organizations to corporate giants, Balance by Nature has worked with the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), City of Los Angeles, Westfield, Hulu, Accenture, Los Angeles Philharmonic, & other progressive organizations.
https://balancebynature.com/author/nicole/
We look forward to seeing you all as we bring in 2024 starting off inspired and refreshed.
February 21, 2024
11:00 AM PST – 1:00 PM PST
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Hilton Seattle Airport & Conference Center
17620 International Blvd.
Seattle, WA 98188

Five Business Travel Trends - GTP Credit Approved
2024-02-21 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Mexico_City)
Chapter Name: San Antonio GBTA
Description: With the extreme changes the Travel Industry has faced during Covid followed by the Post Pandemic new norms , join us and Mark Sharoff, GBTA Senior research Manager in exploring and highlighting the evolving Business Travel Trends conducted by GBTA Research. With so much to cover, meeting will begin promptly.

Five Business Travel Trends:
1) Full “Recovery” Is Near – But What Does
It Mean?
2) Business Travel Patterns Evolve
3) From Evolution to Disruption: New
Distribution Capability (NDC) and Artificial
Intelligence (AI)
4) The Post-COVID Managed Travel
Program
5) How Do Travel Programs
Collaborate?
Event Speaker: Mark Sharoff, Senior Research Manager, GBTA
Location of Event: Courtyard by Marriott SeaWorld Westover Hills
11605 State Highway 151
San Antonio, TX 78251
Price: $35.00 San Antonio GBTA Member
$55.00 after 11:00 am February 21
$45.00 Guest Ticket
$65.00 after 11:00 am February 21
$35.00 All Access Ticket (paid membership dues $ 495/$520 to National GBTA)
$55.00 after 11:00 am February 21

L'evoluzione del trasporto via terra nel business travel in Europa: le prospettive di viaggiatori e travel manager
2024-02-22 10:00 - 11:00 (Europe/Vienna)
In che modo le politiche di viaggio aziendali trattano il tema del trasporto a terra durante i viaggi di lavoro?
Quali sono le modalità di trasporto via terra che i viaggiatori d’affari preferiscono utilizzare durante i viaggi di lavoro?
Che impatto ha il tema della sostenibilità sul settore del trasporto via terra?
Quali sono, secondo i viaggiatori d’affari e i travel manager, le caratteristiche più importanti delle app mobili di ride-hailing?
Durante il Webinar del 22 febbraio, tramite lo studio realizzato da FreeNow e GBTA, un panel di esperti darà risposta alle domande più frequenti sul ground transportation.

Corporate Travel Excellence: February Edition
2024-02-22 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Embark on a transformative journey at our Corporate Travel Excellence: February Edition, where our focus is on your professional development, the influential power of mentorship, and the art of presenting your personal brand. Join us for a 1/2 day of insights, strategies, and actionable advice from industry leaders, aimed at shaping your career in the dynamic field of corporate travel. This event will be great for both buyers and suppliers.
Guest speakers will bring tactical expertise on updating your LinkedIn profile, providing you with the tools to showcase your skills and experiences effectively. Additionally, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our mentorship program, Powered by WINiT, designed to connect you with seasoned professionals who will serve as guides and mentors on your career journey. Applications for mentors and mentees is now live!
Topics & Speakers:
LinkedIn Best Practices
Michelle Ross, Senior Manager – Contract Recruitment: NES Fircroft
Mentorship
Jane Pearsall, Director of Global Business Travel – Worldwide Sales: BWH Hotels
Bev Heinritz, Director, Foundation Programs: GBTA Foundation
Harnessing AI for Professional Development
Mike Daly, Vice President Sales: Serko, Ltd.
Added Value: Free headshots will be available during this event! New Year, New Me? Get an updated headshot for your LinkedIn profile and other uses. Included in your registration!
Prepare to immerse yourself in a day of learning, networking, and personal growth. Stay tuned for further details, including the full agenda, speaker lineup, and mentorship program information. If you have any questions or specific topics you’d like covered, feel free to reach out to us at programs@cnfbta.com.
We invite you to be part of this empowering experience at Corporate Travel Excellence: February Edition, where your professional success takes center stage.

GBTA Membership Advantages
2024-02-28 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Chapter Name: Mid South Area Chapter

Description: Come learn about the benefits and advantages of GBTA Membership and local MSABTA Membership over breakfast. Featuring a special presentation by Ronda Dean, President of the GBTA Chapter Presidents’ Council.
Event Speaker: Ronda Dean, President of the GBTA Chapter Presidents’ Council
Location of Event: Varsity’s Offices at 711 N Front Street Memphis, TN 38107
Price: $35.00

Leap into Success: Shaping the Trajectory of Travel in 2024 - GTP Credit Approved
2024-02-29 09:15 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA Michigan Chapter
Location of Event: In person:
Anthology Events @ Book Tower
1265 Washington Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48226
Description:
As we leap into an impactful year, we are excited to invite you to our upcoming meeting. This event promises to be a pivotal moment for our community, featuring insightful discussions and engaging sessions that will shape our understanding of the business travel landscape in 2024. GBTA Michigan is overjoyed to announce our powerhouse speaker lineup for this event:

Mark Cuschieri
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GBTA President
Mark Cuschieri is Executive Director, Global Head of Travel for UBS Group AG. He has been with the firm since 2007 and is responsible for setting the vision and overall strategic direction of the global travel program in over 50 countries.
Mark is a 30-year veteran in the corporate travel industry, as a Travel Buyer and Supplier. Prior to joining UBS, Mark held leadership roles at American Express and Expedia Inc., across a diverse range of industry sectors in both Europe and International markets.
Mark is President of GBTA, elected by its members in August 2023, and as President, he leads the GBTA Board of Directors. He previously served as elected Vice President of GBTA, and as Chair of the Institute of Travel Management (ITM) board of directors.
Ed Phillips, GTP, GLP
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University Travel Manager, MSU
Anna Price, GTP, GLP
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Assistant Director, Indirect Procurement Crowe LLP
Anna Price is an experienced Category Procurement Manager with progressive experience in global procurement, strategic sourcing, and general operation management specialized in indirect supplier categories, analyzing non-traditional suppliers, discovering new technology, and spearheading successful global negotiations resulting in guaranteed savings, improve compliance, and increased engagement.
Anna’s prior Category Manager roles include Amazon, Salesforce, Sysco, and McDermott. Within the travel industry Anna held Business Sales Manager positions with Hilton and Singapore Airlines and was a Product and Pricing Executive for Air New Zealand.
Prior to immigrating from South Africa Anna was the Program Manager for the Office of Defense Cooperation, US Embassy South Africa managing a DoD Grant Program. Anna graduated from the University of Pretoria with a Bachelor of Arts and completed her post graduate degree with the University of South Africa in Forensic Criminology. Anna holds both the GBTA GLP and GTP designations.
Key Meeting Topics:
State of the Industry 2024:
Dive into the current trends, challenges, and opportunities that define the business travel industry in 2024.
GBTA GLP Team – Flip the Script on your OBT RFP:
An exclusive presentation on the groundbreaking developments from a 2023 GBTA GLP Team. Explore the innovative features and enhancements of their Online Booking Tool RFX, helping to shape the future of our online booking selections & experiences.
“Ask Anything” with GBTA President Mark Cuschieri:
Elevate your knowledge by participating in an “Ask Anything” session with GBTA President Mark Cuschieri. This is your chance to pose questions, share perspectives, and absorb expertise from a prominent and trailblazing leader.
Agenda:
8:00am – 9:45am – Direct Benchmarking (Buyers Only)
Sponsored by
9:15 – 10:00am – Registration, Networking & Sponsor Expo
10:00am – Welcome & Introductions
10:15am – Sponsor Presentation
10:25am – 2024 Charity Reveal
10:35am – State of the Industry
Mark Cuschieri
11:35am – Break
11:45am – GBTAMI Business Meeting
GBTAMI BOD & Committee Chairs
12:15pm – Lunch, Networking & Sponsor Expo
1:45pm – GLP Presentation: Flip the Script on your OBT RFP
Ed Phillips & Anna Price
2:45pm – Ask Anything!
Mark Cuschieri
3:45pm – Final Announcements & Drawing
Benchmarking Session:
8:00 am — 9:45 am: Direct Members Only
For information about the format of our benchmarking session or to offer discussion topics, contact Paula Flowers, Procurement Manager: Travel & Expense, Kelly Services. Be sure to answer the question during registration, “Will you be attending the Benchmarking Session?” Yes!
Venue & Room Block Info:
*The hotel is offering complimentary valet parking for this event.*
The Roost Hotel has set aside a block of rooms at the special rate of $129 + tax. Please reserve your room at your soonest convenience to guarantee the group rate.
Event name: GBTA Michigan – Chapter Q1 Event
Last Day to Book: February 22, 2024
Click here to reserve: MBTA Q1 Meeting Roost Detroit Room Block Feb 28-30, 2024

Travel & Events Risk Management in 2024
2024-03-05 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Kentucky/Louisville)
GBTA Chicago
Travel & Event Risk Management 2024
What’s on tap for Travel Risk Management in 2024? – Cooper Kinney, Director business Development, International SOS
Immigration Compliance for US Conferences and Business Events 2.0 – Eddie Raleigh, Partner, Fragomen
In-Person: Hilton Rosemont Chicago O’Hare
Rosemont, IL
$100 member / $150 guest

San Diego Airport Update
2024-03-06 11:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
GBTA San Diego
Join us in March for exciting San Diego Airport Updates by Hampton Brown! We’ll hear about the airport development project, current airlines, route updates and more.
Speaker – Hampton Brown VP Revenue, Marketing and Innovation San Diego International Airport
Location – Hilton Harbor Island/San Diego Airport
Registration: $60 members/$75 guests

Resilience Essentials for Travel Experts - GBTA Tennessee March Chapter Meeting - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-12 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA | Tennessee

Join GBTA-TN as we welcome keynote speaker Dr. Suzanne Castle. In this dynamic session designed exclusively for travel professionals, discover actionable strategies to manage workload pressures, prioritize self-care, and cultivate a resilient mindset. Let’s shift gears to-do lists to ta-da moments, empowering you to excel in your career, and provide exceptional customer service to your clients.

Dr. Suzanne Castle, Suzanne Castle Consulting / The Sparkle Factor
Element Nashville Vanderbilt West End
4 City Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37209
Tickets
$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am March 11
$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am March 11
$45.00 Guest Registration
$55.00 after 07:00 am March 11

Generative AI: From Theory to Travel
2024-03-13 09:45 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA Wisconsin Chapter
This event will be held at the Hotel Northland in Green Bay WI!
Topic: Generative AI: From Theory to Travel
Main Speaker: Sam Hilgendorf has served as the chief information officer (CIO) at Fox World Travel
You can’t go a day without hearing something new about Generative AI and ChatGPT. We explore this cutting-edge technology and discuss how it can be applied within the travel industry to enhance customer engagement, optimize operations, and unlock opportunities for personalization. This will be a journey of practical insights and innovative strategies that will revolutionize the traveler experience!
This session will include:
-An Overview on Generative AI
-The implications of Generative AI on Business Travel
-Fox World Travel’s Generative AI on Business Travel
-Risks with Generative AI
-The potential of AI-enabled Business Travel
Sam Hilgendorf has served as the chief information officer (CIO) at Fox World Travel since 2018. He is responsible for the vision and execution of Fox’s technology portfolio, which includes IT, business intelligence, product development, and project management.
Under Sam’s visionary stewardship, Fox has integrated groundbreaking solutions, including a cutting-edge customer contact center, an enterprise data management platform, and an innovative cloud collaboration suite. These pioneering strides have garnered widespread acclaim within the travel industry, consistently acknowledged through prestigious accolades.
Under Sam’s direction, Fox has been awarded multiple Magellan awards from Travel Weekly and has also been recognized as a Distinguished Partner for SAP Concur for custom integration work with the Concur Travel platform. He’s also contributed on multiple occurrences to industry thought leadership on topics such as blockchain, AI, and many other tech topics.
Recently honored with the title of Wisconsin’s CIO of the Year, Sam exemplifies a passion for leveraging technology to catalyze positive change. He firmly believes in harnessing technology’s potential to unleash the latent talents of his team members, propelling them toward unparalleled achievements. Sam’s dedication extends to enriching customer experiences, fostering peak performance, and nurturing excellence.
Sam has been happily married for 20 years and is a proud parent of a wonderful pre-teen daughter. When it comes to hobbies, he describes his family as “a real-life version of the TV show The Big Bang Theory.” They love playing Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop board games, reading comic books, dressing up for Renaissance fairs, and indulging in just about every other nerdy hobby imaginable. These quirky interests bring them joy, excitement, and a whole lot of stories to tell!

Spotlight on Disability Mobility & Accessibility in Travel! - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-13 10:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Join the GBTA | WI Chapter at this truly insightful event: Spotlight on Disability Mobility & Accessibility in Travel!
Networking then Lunch + a Travel Industry panel discussion to promote dialogue around the needs & opportunities for advocating for travelers with disabilities. This is a “Don’t Miss” event that will also offer Allied & Direct Sessions following the discussion.

Moderating will be: Harold Mester, Director of Public Affairs & Marketing at the Milwaukee Airport
Panelists Include:
Dave Gelting, Accessibility/Compliance Coordinator at the Milwaukee Airport
Michael Albers, Director, Business Development at Avis
Christopher Hovis, Manager at Customer Advocacy at Southwest Airlines
Gus Vonderheide, Vice President of Global Sales – Americas at Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
Kristina Van Slyke, Travel & Support Services Manager at Kohl’s

Online Odyssey, Navigating the New Era of Travel Booking - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-13 11:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
For buyers, it’s an invaluable opportunity to discover cutting-edge solutions that streamline travel booking and management, ensuring you’re equipped with the best tools to optimize your travel programs.

Trade-Show: After our program you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in our hands-on ‘trade-show’ style exhibition for interactions, live demos, and in-depth discussions on harnessing these technologies for your advantage.
Event Schedule:
11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Registration and Networking
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Engaging Online Odyssey Presentations
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Hands-On, Trade-Show Style Online Booking Demos

Bold + Balance - The 70% Solution
2024-03-14 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Bold + Balance – The 70% Solution
Being bold requires balance. The right combination of boldness and balance startswith understanding your purpose. It’s the foundation to why you do what you do andhow you show up best for yourself and others. In this session, Katie will guide youon the 70% solution she has discovered to implement behaviors needed to boldlylive out your purpose.
Speaker: Katie Virtue

Utah Chapter Monthly Lunch and Education event - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-14 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Utah GBTA chapter luncheon
Denise Daniel with Domo, based in Utah will be joining UBTA to review data, and all things travel intelligence best practices.

She will discuss the evolution of travel data, what people want to see, how to manage multiple sources of data, and what questions you need to ask to get the information you need. She will dive into how visibility will provide many benefits to supporting your program like supplier management, policy management, risk management, trends, and more. How can intuitive and consistent data help you drive your business every day in multiple ways.
Domo puts data to work for everyone so they can multiply their impact on the business. The cloud-native data experience platform goes beyond traditional business intelligence and analytics, making data visible and actionable with user-friendly dashboards and apps. Underpinned by AI, data science and a secure data foundation that connects with existing cloud and legacy systems, Domo helps companies optimize critical business processes at scale and in record time to spark the bold curiosity that powers exponential business results.
HIlton Garden Inn, Lehi
35.00 for non members

Meetings vs Transient – Playing Nice In The Sandbox - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-14 14:45 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA New England
Join us on March 14, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Cambridge for the March Chapter meeting – Meetings vs Transient – Playing Nice In The Sandbox “Bridging the Gap Between Meetings & Events and Business Transient Travel”. This will be an in-depth conversation on the challenges of having segregated & integrated M&E and BT travel programs, the benefits of having these teams work together, and how we can accomplish that goal.

And we have an amazing group of experts for you!
Moderator:
Shalini Iyer
Director of Strategic Partnerships, hubli
Panelists:
Bev Allen
Director, Global Accounts, HelmsBriscoe
Michelle DeCosta
Head, Global Meetings and Travel Center of Excellence, Takeda Pharmaceuticals
Brendon Duca
Director of Sales and Marketing, Omni Boston Hotel Seaport
After the meeting, please join us for networking with a cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. Both self-parking and valet is available at the hotel. Details and pricing can be found here: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/massachusetts/hyatt-regency-boston-cambridge/bosrc/maps-parking-transportation
We can’t wait to see you! Register today!
Hyatt Regency Cambridge
575 Memorial Dr
Cambridge, MA 02139
Available Tickets
$0.00 Direct Community Member and/or GBTA All-Access Direct Members Associated with New England Chapter
$75.00 Non-Members
$0.00 Allied Community Member
$50.00 GBTA All-Access Allied Member (WITHOUT New England Chapter Bundled Meeting Package)
$0.00 GBTA All-Access Allied Member (WITH New England Chapter Bundled Meeting Package)
$50.00 GBTA All-Access Member who is NOT a New England Local Chapter Member

February Monthly Meeting - Feature Dr. Suzanne Castle. Resiliency Boost - From To-Do to Ta-Da
2024-03-16 12:30 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
DFW Business Travel Association – February Monthly Meeting
Meredith Fain, Co-Chair, Education Committee
Speaker: Jumpstart your planning with possibilities and resilience. We present Dr. Suzanne Castle who talks about finding a Resiliency Boost – From To-Do to Ta-Da!

GBTA Puget Sound Chapter's March General Meeting
2024-03-20 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Visit Seattle Annual Industry Recap
Event Speaker: Kelly Saling, Senior Vice President / Chief Sales Officer with Visit Seattle
Location: Lotte Seattle Hotel 809 5th Avenue (located in F5, Inc. Tower)
Seattle, WA 98104
https://www.lottehotelseattle.com/
Time: 11am – 1pm PST
We can’t wait to welcome back Kelly to our meeting as she always has exciting presentations and industry news you won’t want to miss out on! Register soon as this event sells out quickly!

Fostering a Safer Community: A Fireside Chat with San Francisco Police Chief Scott on Safety, Travel, and Visitor Well-being - GTP Credit Approved
2024-03-21 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
GBTA Bay Area
Join us for an enlightening evening with Police Chief Scott and GBTA Bay Area’s new president, Heather Parodi. This pivotal event promises to delve into the heart of community safety, travel precautions, and creating a welcoming environment for visitors. Engage directly with Chief Scott as he shares insights from his extensive law enforcement experience, discusses current safety challenges, and outlines the proactive measures his department is undertaking. Whether you’re a local resident, a frequent traveler, or involved in the hospitality sector, this conversation is aimed at empowering you with knowledge and strategies to enhance safety and security in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, ask questions, and contribute to making our community a safer place for everyone.

San Francisco Police Department, Police Chief Scott
Thursday, March 21, 2024
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Dinner Meeting
The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco – 495 Geary Street, San Francisco, California 94102

GBTA + its Support Systems - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-09 11:00 - 13:10 (America/New_York)
GBTA | Tennessee
Join us on April 9th to do a deep dive into GBTA and its many support systems. From Ladders to WINiT and it’s mentorship program, we’re here to cover any and all questions! Ladders and WINiT both focus on the importance of collaboration and networking, as well as supporting and helping to grow individuals in the industry. Don’t miss this important meeting to learn more about both of these outstanding GBTA experiences.

Haley McIntryre, WINiT Community & Networking Committee member and National Sales Director for Placemakr.

Hilton Nashville Airport
2200 Elm Hill Pike
Nashville, TN 37214
Tickets
$35.00 GBTA-TN Member Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am April 8
$35.00 GBTA All-Access Registration
$45.00 after 07:00 am April 8
$45.00 Guest Registration
$55.00 after 07:00 am April 8

Los Angeles Chapter Spring Member Mixer Reception
2024-04-10 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Chapter Name: Los Angeles Chapter
Description: Reception/Mixer/Social – please join us for this travel industry networking event at a great venue.
Event Speaker: no speaker, reception/mixer
Location of Event: The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood, 1400 Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Price: $25.00 Member Ticket ($35.00 after 05:00 pm April 8), $60.00 Guest Ticket
($70.00 after 05:00 pm April 8). Parking is $15

Virtual Buyer's Panel: Hot Takes on Hot Topics
2024-04-16 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Virtual Buyer’s Panel: Hot Takes on Hot Topics
Get ready to explore cutting-edge trends, best practices, and innovative solutions in the travel industry. We are thrilled to have three renowned travel industry buyers:
Ronda Dean, US Travel Manager with F5, Inc. and GBTA CPC Chapter President
Sara Satterlee, Global Travel Manager with Slalom
Lee Palmer-Turner, Amazon Subsidiary Engagement Manager – Travel with MGM Studios
Virtual via ZOOM
$10

Decoding AI: Travels Game Changer or Troublemaker? - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-18 09:15 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA Michigan Chapter
Description: Morning Session: Speaker: Sam Hilgendorf CIO, Fox World Travel
You can’t go a day without hearing something new about Generative AI and ChatGPT. We will explore this cutting-edge technology and discuss how it can be applied within the travel industry to enhance customer engagement, optimize operations, and unlock opportunities for personalization. This will be a journey of practical insights and innovative strategies that will revolutionize the traveler experience!
This session will include:

· An Overview on Generative AI
· The implications of Generative AI on Business Travel
· Fox World Travel’s Generative AI Experience
· Risks with Generative AI
· The Potential of AI-enabled Business Travel
Afternoon Debate Style Session: AI in Travel: Bone or Bane?
Speakers; Sam Hilgendorf, CIO, Fox World Travel and Steven Harter, CTO, CerebriAI
Pack your arguments, the great AI in Travel debate is about to take off! Join us for a riveting debate on the future of travel as we explore the impact of artificial intelligence. Is AI a game-changer set to revolutionize the industry, or does it pose a threat to traditional travel experiences? Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from some of the top industry experts who weigh in on the pros and cons of AI in travel. Who will be crowned the debate champion?!
Venue:
Firekeepers Casino & Hotel, 11177 E. Michigan Ave. Battle Creek, MI 49014
Price: $100 for non-member

GBTA Philadelphia: Power Panel of Women Travel Leader Experts - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-18 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
GBTA Philadelphia
Join us for an opportunity to hear from an esteemed panel of Women Travel Manager Experts and discuss topics to include IT, Hotel Sourcing, Interacting with your local market, navigating the changing market, frequent flyer programs and MORE!

Corporate Travel Buyer Panel
Rosemary Maloney, Sr. Mgr Global Travel, Expense & Card /Alteryx (Moderator)
Tracee Ferraro, Sr. Buyer Indirect Procurement/Campbell Soup Co. (Panelist)
Brianna Lazzaro, Group Manager, Travel /Globus Medical (Panelist)
Amy Hunke, Sr. Mgr Global Travel & Meetings/AMETEK (Panelist)
Location: Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia: 1620 Chancellor St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Tickets
$0.00 Member Chapter Meeting Price
$75.00 Guest Price
$0.00 GBTA All-Access Member Who Is NOT A Philadelphia Chapter Member

Texas Education Day 2024 - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-18 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York)
Please join us at the The Westin Dallas Stonebriar Golf Resort & Spa, Frisco, TX
April 18-19, 2024 for Texas Education Day 2024 (Hosted by Dallas-Ft. Worth GBTA Chapter)

“Illuminate”
April 18th
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Opening Reception
April 19th
7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
The Day will kick off with breakfast and an opportunity to network and meet some of our
amazing suppliers with a tradeshow!
General Session Presentations
9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
BTN Top 25 Most Influential Travel Professionals – Panel Discussion Panelists including Doreen Burse, Sr VP Worldwide Sales, United Airlines, David Harvey, Chief Sales Officer, Southwest Airlines and many more!
An exciting Lunch/Fireside Chat with Suzanne Neufang, GBTA CEO, and Dave Harvey, Southwest Airlines
There will be some great afternoon breakout sessions that you won’t want to miss. Topics including sustainability, duty of care, and a Travel Buyers panel moderated by Yvonne Domeier, Manager of Sustainability, Delta Air Lines.

Navigating the World: Street Smart Travel Tips - GTP Credit Approved
2024-04-18 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
GBTA Bay Area
April Dinner Program
Thursday, April 18
5:30-8:30 PM Pacific
The Marker
501 Geary Street, San Francisco
Navigating the World: Street Smart Travel Tips

Back by popular demand, Detective Kevin Coffey, aka “The Scholar of Thievery,” will be sharing his updated “street smart” travel presentation. Whether for business or leisure, domestic or international, traveling today has very different challenges that travelers must be prepared for. That’s where Detective Coffey’s travel advice can make a significant difference in the outcome of your next trip.
Kevin’s background is unique to the travel and meeting industry, as before he became a corporate speaker, he served as a detective with the Los Angeles Police Department, where he investigated crimes against travelers at LAX airport, hotels, car rental agencies, taxi cabs, and tourist destinations. This unique career provided him with a unique perspective that allows him to share travel tips, tricks, and personal travel security advice from a place of firsthand experience.
In this presentation, Kevin will share the art of street smart and savvy travel strategies that follow his mantra: “Street smarts are as essential as a passport.” In his interactive presentation, he will share practical strategies to keep you, your travelers, as well as your customers safe, whether exploring bustling international cities or navigating domestic routes. Some of topics covered in this presentation will include”
• Pre-departure air/cruise considerations travelers don’t think about
• Must know travel apps travelers may not know
• New travel documents and passport tips you need to know
• Tips to make sure your luggage does not take a trip without you
• Pickpocket (wallet & purse) prevention strategies for traveling abroad or here at home
• Defensive strategies for protecting a traveler’s lifeline – their mobile phone
• Medical emergencies while traveling and what you must do BEFORE they occur
Kevin’s insights extend beyond the sales meetings where he regularly conducts his travel skills presentations to business travelers, as he’s frequently featured in the media – whether it’s Oprah’s Couch, CNN, CBS or FOX News, Inside Edition, to the Travel Channel. While his street-smart travel skills and wisdom reach millions on television, now it’s your turn to benefit by attending this meeting.
Because this content is unique and significantly benefits an organization’s travel safety training program, BABTA’s members are encouraged to bring a guest from your organization to attend with you. Strongly consider inviting someone from your corporate security, HR, safety, EHS, or even your training department so they can get ideas of the type of content you should be sharing with your travelers.
With his street-smart travel advice curated from several decades of investigating crimes for the LAPD, Detective Coffey will share insider travel tips many travelers wish they knew BEFORE their last trip turned upside down.
$70 for Members/GBTA All Access
$100 for Non Members
